BV Well
Helping Parents Navigate Mental Health and Wellness
Founded by a group of parents and powered by the Foundation, BV Well programs support and educate Blue Valley parents and caregivers as they navigate mental health and wellness with their families. Since 2018, more than 65 BV Well mental health and wellness programs have been shared with Blue Valley parents.
Upcoming Events
Follow the BV Well Facebook page for the latest events and updates.
Nov 12 & 13 2024 (Tue & Wed)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course for BV Parents
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6:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Nov 12 & 13 2024 (Tue & Wed)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course for BV Parents
Learn more and register | Opportunity for BV parents and caregivers to earn the same Youth MHFA certificate as BV educators | Fee: $50 | Req...
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6:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Oct 9 2024 (Wed)
CANCELED - Starting Strong for Early Elementary (K-2) Parents
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7:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Oct 9 2024 (Wed)
CANCELED - Starting Strong for Early Elementary (K-2) Parents
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program was canceled. We are working on scheduling another program for Early Elementary parents. | Thi...
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7:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Mar 5 2025 (Wed)
TBC - Starting Strong Middle School Edition
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7:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Mar 5 2025 (Wed)
TBC - Starting Strong Middle School Edition
This year's Starting Strong Series focuses on age-appropriate brain development, behavior, and learning. Participants will gain practical st...
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7:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Apr 1 & 2 2025 (Tue & Wed)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course for BV Parents
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6:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Apr 1 & 2 2025 (Tue & Wed)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Course for BV Parents
Opportunity for BV parents and caregivers to earn the same Youth MHFA certificate as BV educators | Required: 2 hours of online pre-work; 5 ...
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6:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
More events are coming...
More events are coming...
Please check back - additional 2024-25 BV Well events will be published here as they're confirmed.
Mental Health & Wellness Checklist for High School Graduates & Their Families
Do you have a soon-to-be or recent high school graduate in your family? Congratulations! This milestone is momentous and exciting - and it can be overwhelming for both parents and their young adult children. The checklist below is designed to help you navigate mental health and wellness needs during this transition. Created by three dedicated BV Well parent volunteers who have all been through graduation and 'launch' with their children, we hope you and your graduate will find the topics and steps covered in the checklist worthwhile.
Additional resources for HS graduates and their families
The following resources build on the checklist topics above.
Past Events
Follow the BV Well Facebook page for the latest events and updates.
Sept 15 2024 (Sun)
SPEAK UP Walk
9 - 11am
Garmin Pavillion 1200 E 151st Street Olathe
Jul 17 2024 (Wed)
Thriving Through Change: Guiding Young Adults and Families to Mental Wellness
2:30 - 4:30pm
JoCo Arts & Heritage Center 8788 Metcalf Ave Overland Park
Jul 17 2024 (Wed)
Thriving Through Change: Guiding Young Adults and Families to Mental Wellness
Learn more and register. | Join the Johnson County Suicide Prevention Coalition, BV Well and the Go Further Foundation to explore ways youn...
2:30 - 4:30pm
JoCo Arts & Heritage Center 8788 Metcalf Ave Overland Park
June 4, 5 2024 (Tue, Wed)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for BV Parents and Community Members
9am start
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
June 4, 5 2024 (Tue, Wed)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for BV Parents and Community Members
Register online | Opportunity for BV Community Members to earn the same MHFA certificate as BV educators | Fee: $50 | Required: 2 hours of ...
9am start
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Apr 2 2024 (Tues)
Drug & Alcohol Awareness Event: Rumble Strips
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7:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Apr 2 2024 (Tues)
Drug & Alcohol Awareness Event: Rumble Strips
RSVP online | Join BV Well and the district's Drug & Alcohol Prevention Task Force for this presentation by Janet Schrick who lost her siste...
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7:30pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Mar 2 2024 (Sat)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for Parents
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1pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Mar 2 2024 (Sat)
Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for Parents
Opportunity for BV parents to earn the same MHFA certificate as BV educators | Register online by Feb 16 | Course Fee $50 | Required: Online...
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1pm
Hilltop Conf Center 7710 W 143rd St Overland Park
Resources
We urge you and your family to put these numbers in your phones and devices TODAY! The following services all offer 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress as well as prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. You do not have to be in crisis to call or text them.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988
Crisis Text Line: 741741
Johnson County Crisis Line: 913-268-0156
For local mental health resources, please contact Johnson County Mental Health.
For Blue Valley School District resources, visit the Student Well-Being page.
Contact BV Well
For more information on BV Well or if you have a suggestion for future mental health and wellness programing for Blue Valley parents, contact Courtney Carlson, BVEF Program and Development Manager.
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